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Dog Friendly Holidays in Mid Wales | Walks and Accommodation

Dog Friendly Holidays in Mid Wales

In Mid Wales, your dog is not just tolerated. Dogs are part of the landscape here, the same way sheep are, and the same way muddy boots by the door are. Most accommodation welcomes them, most pubs let them in, and the walking is the kind that makes a dog's day every day you are here.

Where can I stay with my dog in Mid Wales?

Cottages are the most popular choice for dog owners. Many self-catering properties across the Brecon Beacons, Central Powys and Ceredigion welcome dogs, often two or more. Several B&Bs and small hotels are dog-friendly too, with bowls, towels and treat jars at reception. Some places even provide dog beds and crate space.

Holiday parks and glamping sites are generally more flexible than traditional hotels. If a listing does not mention dogs, ask directly. Many places accept dogs but have not updated their online listings to say so.

Where can I walk my dog in Mid Wales?

Everywhere, more or less. The Brecon Beacons have open access land where dogs can run freely outside lambing season (March to May, when leads are essential). The Ceredigion coast path is excellent for dogs, with beaches at Borth, Penbryn and Mwnt that allow dogs year-round. Inland, the Elan Valley, the Wye Valley and the forests above Machynlleth all have dog-friendly trails.

Keep dogs on leads near livestock. Farmers in Mid Wales rely on their sheep, and a dog worrying livestock is a serious matter. Stick to paths during lambing season and everyone stays happy.

Are pubs and restaurants dog-friendly?

Most country pubs in Mid Wales welcome dogs in the bar area. Some will bring a water bowl without being asked. Cafes are more variable, but many in the smaller towns and countryside locations allow dogs inside or have outdoor seating. In Crickhowell, Aberaeron and Llanwrtyd Wells, you will find dog-friendly food options without much trouble.

Browse dog-friendly accommodation and activities below.

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Hereford Railway Station

Address

Station Approach, Barrs Court, Hereford, HR1 1BB

Telephone
0800 464 0000

Hereford

Hereford railway station is on the South to North Wales route between Newport and Shrewsbury.
South Clettwr Valley Walk

Address

Llandysul, Ceredigion, SA44 4DN

Telephone
01239 613230

cardigantic@ceredigion.gov.uk

Ceredigion

Part of Llandysul Trails - South Clettwr Valley Walk
Start: SN452425 - Car Park, Capel Dewi church hall
Suitable for: Moderately fit walkers
Grade: Easy
Distance: 4.8km/3M
Time: 2 hours (excluding rest stops)
Ticket to Christmas – Rheidol Railway

Address

Rheidol Railway, Park Avenue, Aberystwyth, Ceredigion, SY23 1PG

Telephone
01970 625819

info@rheidolrailway.co.uk

Aberystwyth

Dates

From:

16 Dec 2026to23 Dec 2026

Experience the wonder of Christmas with a special festive trip on the Vale of Rheidol Railway. Climb aboard the much-loved Santa Special and enjoy a memorable steam train journey through the beautiful Welsh countryside, surrounded by the sights,…
Bwlch y Groes Mountain Pass | Scenic Drive

Address

Dinas Mawddwy, Gwynedd, LL49 9LP

Telephone
01654 702653

marketing@mwtcymru.co.uk

Dinas Mawddwy

Bwlch y Groes (Pass of the Cross) is one of the highest public road mountain passes in Wales. The route lies on minor roads linking Dinas Mawddwy, Llanuwchllyn and Lake Vyrnw with views across the Dyfi valley and Cadair Idris
Wales Coast Path - Carmarthenshire

Address

Llanelli - Amroth, Carmarthenshire, SA67 8NG

Telephone
0300 065 3000

wcp@cyfoethnaturiolcymru.gov.uk

Carmarthen Bay is a coastline of great contrasts and takes in a range of habitats including fresh water marshes, salt marshes (including the largest continuous salt marsh in Wales)
Harlech Railway Station

Address

Ffordd Morfa, Harlech, Gwynedd, LL46 2UL

Telephone
0800 464 0000

Harlech

Harlech railway station is on the Cambrian Coast Line from Machynlleth to Pwllheli.
Real Ale Wobble - Green Events

Address

Llanwrtyd Wells, Powys, LD5 4RW

Telephone
07493 654048

Bob.g@green-events.co.uk

Llanwrtyd Wells

Dates

From:
14 Nov 2026

Whether you are a hardened mountain biker or a fun rider who happens to like a drop of real ale, The Real Ale Wobble will be right up your street.
Hafren Forest | Walking Trails (NRW)

Address

Hafren Forest (NRW), Rhyd-y-benwch car park, Old Hall, Near Llanidloes, Powys, SY18 6PT

Telephone
0300 065 3000

enquiries@naturalresourceswales.gov.uk

Old Hall, Near Llanidloes

Choice of walking trails along the River Severn which flows through Hafren Forest. Trails go to waterfalls and the source of the Severn on Pumlumon. Riverside accessible trail with viewing platform over cascades. Picnic area and toilets.
New Quay Harbour, Dolau & Traeth Gwyn

Address

New Quay, New Quay, Ceredigion, SA45 9PS

New Quay

New Quay’s Harbour Beach has stunning golden sands to rival any and has become a favourite for fishing and water sports enthusiasts. New Quay’s other beaches are Dolau & Traeth Gwyn.
Craig Cerrig Gleisiad & Fan Frynych (NRW)

Address

Brecon Beacons, Nr Libanus, Powys, NP8 1LG

Telephone
0300 065 3000

enquiries@naturalresourceswales.gov.uk

Nr Libanus

Craig Cerrig-gleisiad and Fan Frynych National Nature Reserve is a 156 acre (631,000 m²) area of the Brecon Beacons National Park.
St Myllins Church

Address

Llanfyllin, Powys, SY22 6XZ

Telephone
01691 648306

revhl@btinternet.com

Powys

St Myllins church was founded in the 7th Century by the Irish Bishop Molling (Myllin) and the earliest references to a church in Llanfyllin appear in the Norwich Taxation of 1254.
Gwilym Bowen Rhys Trio | Tabernacl Auditorium

Address

Y Tabernacl, Penrallt Street, Machynlleth, Powys, SY20 8AJ

Telephone
01654 703355

info@moma.machynlleth.org.uk

Machynlleth

Dates

From:
31 Oct 2026Open 19:30 - 21:30

An evening in the company of folk singer and musician Gwilym Bowen Rhys, fiddler Patrick Rimes and harper Gwen Màiri.
Art Class : Watercolour Taster Class - Painting Japanese Anemones

Address

Gregynog Hall & Gardens, Tregynon, Newtown, Powys, SY16 3PL

Telephone
01686 650224

enquiries@gregynog.org

Newtown

Dates

From:
2 Nov 2026Open 10:00 - 13:00

Join artist Amanda Caldwell for a taster class using watercolours to paint a Japanese Anemone.
Wales Coast Path | Gower & Swansea Bay

Address

Margam Country Park - Llanmadoc, SA3 1DA

Telephone
0300 065 3000

wcp@cyfoethnaturiolcymru.gov.uk

This stretch of the Wales Coast Path is an area of contrasts; from the stunning coastline of the Gower Peninsula, with its award winning golden beaches, to the busy seaside city of Swansea and spectacular views over Swansea Bay.
Real Ale Ramble - Green Events

Address

Llanwrtyd Wells, Powys, LD5 4RW

Telephone
07493 654 048

Bob.g@green-events.co.uk

Llanwrtyd Wells

Dates

From:

21 Nov 2026to22 Nov 2026

Held in conjunction with the Mid-Wales Beer Festival, the Llanwrtyd Wells Real Ale Ramble follows one of 2 waymarked routes of 12 or 20 miles or 2 guided routes of 5 and 8 miles.
Minffordd Railway Station

Address

Minffordd, Porthmadog, LL48 6HG

Telephone
0800 464 0000

Porthmadog

Minffordd railway station is on the Cambrian Coast Line from Machynlleth to Pwllheli.
Usk Reservoir

Address

Nr Trecastle, Powys, LD3 8YF

Powys

The Usk Reservoir is a remote upland 280 acre reservoir surrounded by the Glasfynnedd Forest. Waymarked route around the reservoir for walking and cycling. Great for fishing and is one of the National Park's top ten sites for stargazing.
Caersws Railway Station

Address

Station Rd, Caersws, Powys, SY17 5HH

Telephone
0800 464 0000

Caersws

Caersws railway station is on the Cambrian Line from Shrewsbury to Aberystwyth; most trains run from/to Birmingham International.
Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal

Address

Brecon - Newport, Powys, LD3 7EW

Telephone
01633 892167

Brecon - Newport

The Monmouthshire & Brecon Canal is often voted Britain's prettiest canal. It runs for 32 miles (51.5 km) through idyllic scenery in the Brecon Beacons National Park
Y Bwa | The Arch (NRW)

Address

Nr Devil's Bridge, Ceredigion

Telephone
0300 065 3000

enquiries@naturalresourceswales.gov.uk

Nr Devil's Bridge

The old masonry arch spanning the road was built by Thomas Johnes of Hafod in 1810 to mark the Golden Jubilee of George III. Three circular walking trails are waymarked and start from the Hafod Arch car park and The Arch is designated as a Dark…
Llanbedr Pont Steffan | Lampeter

Address

Lampeter, Ceredigion, SA48 7AA

Telephone
01970 612125

aberystwythtic@ceredigion.gov.uk

Lampeter

The market town of Lampeter in the Teifi Valley - home of the oldest University in Wales, surrounded by beautiful countryside.
Tref farchnad Llambed yn Nyffryn Teifi, cartref y Brifysgol hynaf yng Nghymru, yng nghanol cefn gwlad hyfryd.